The August 2025 edition of our monthly "What Did I Miss?" series welcomes special guests Kory from "The World Is My Burrito" podcast and Badr from "The Short Box Podcast" for a lively discussion of recent pop culture news and developments.

• Exploration of IDW's new Godzilla comics in the Kaisei era, featuring three parallel storylines across different titles with rich storytelling and impressive artwork
• Discussion of international animation's growing impact, focusing on K-Pop Demon Hunters becoming Netflix's most-streamed film and Ne Zha 2's theatrical release through A24
• Analysis of James Gunn's DCU reboot plans, including potential returning characters like Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn and audience reactions to the Superman film
• Breakdown of digital comics evolution with Global Comics partnering with Kodansha to bring manga titles to Western audiences and Webtoon collaborating with Disney for vertical-scroll Marvel content
• Conversation about the resurgence of physical media interest amid streaming fatigue, with upcoming film rereleases and new adaptations of beloved properties
• Spirited Kahoot game testing everyone's pop culture knowledge across film, comics, music, and local Jacksonville trivia

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We sit down with Bay Doxey, voice of Meme in "My Deer Friend Nokotan," for a candid conversation about her journey from theater kid to professional voice actress and the challenges of finding her authentic self along the way.

• Starting in theater at age 9 before transitioning to voice acting at 14 by recording in her closet with a phone app
• Learning that voice acting and theater acting require completely different techniques and approaches
• Finding freedom in voice acting where physical appearance doesn't limit character possibilities
• Navigating the industry as one of the youngest voice actors to debut in anime
• The importance of taking acting classes and finding creative anchors rather than focusing on equipment
• Using improv as a powerful tool that applies to both theater and voice acting
• Balancing emotional boundaries when portraying intense character experiences
• The journey of discovering where you truly belong professionally and personally
• Embracing all parts of yourself to become a stronger performer
• Advice for aspiring voice actors: "Go slow and enjoy the process, because the process is the best part"

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We dive into LA Noire, Rockstar Games' often overlooked 2011 detective thriller that pioneered facial animation technology but struggled to become a true classic.

• LA Noire was revolutionary for its MotionScan facial animation system, creating unprecedented realism for interrogation scenes
• The game's "Truth, Doubt, Lie" system became iconic but often led to unexpectedly aggressive responses from protagonist Cole Phelps
• Many cases were inspired by real 1940s Los Angeles crimes, showing Team Bondi's commitment to historical authenticity
• While individual detective cases shine, the overarching narrative struggles with cohesion and too many competing storylines
• The 1947 Los Angeles open world looks impressive but feels empty compared to other Rockstar titles
• Combat and action sequences are merely serviceable, with the detective work being the game's true strength
• The award-winning soundtrack perfectly captures the noir atmosphere and remains one of the game's highlights
• Despite its flaws, LA Noire scored well with critics (89 on Metacritic) and deserves recognition for its ambition

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The devastating impact of war through the eyes of children creates one of cinema's most profound animated experiences, standing as Studio Ghibli's most sobering and realistic work.

• Grave of the Fireflies (1988) is directed by Isao Takahata, co-founder of Studio Ghibli
• The film follows 14-year-old Seita and his younger sister Setsuko as they struggle to survive after losing their mother in WWII Japan
• Originally released as a double feature with My Neighbor Totoro, creating a stark contrast in tone and subject matter
• Based on a semi-autobiographical short story where the author survived but lost his sister to malnutrition
• Currently holds 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and is widely considered one of the greatest war films ever made
• Recently became available on Netflix after decades of limited accessibility
• The complex portrayal of Seita's character sparks debates about responsibility versus impossible circumstances

Letterbox'd Synopsis: In the final months of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his sister Setsuko are orphaned when their mother is killed during an air raid in Kobe, Japan. After a falling out with their aunt, they move into an abandoned bomb shelter. With no surviving relatives and their emergency rations depleted, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive.

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We investigate Zack Snyder's 2013 Superman origin film Man of Steel, comparing it with the new 2025 Superman movie and reflecting on how its controversial approach continues to influence superhero films a decade later.

• Krypton sequences featuring Russell Crowe and Michael Shannon stand as the film's strongest segments
• Flashback structure feels disjointed and lacks clear purpose or emotional throughline
• Kevin Costner's tornado death scene remains controversial and doesn't make logical sense
• The massive destruction of Metropolis during the climactic battle set a precedent superhero films still react against
• Henry Cavill never got the opportunity to show Superman's hopeful, optimistic side
• General Zod provides a compelling villain with understandable motivations
• The film's neck-snap ending needed more emotional aftermath to be effective
• DC's rushed attempt to create a cinematic universe ultimately undermined what could have been a thoughtful trilogy
• Animated Superman adaptations like "My Adventures with Superman" often capture the character better than live-action

Letterbox'd Synopsis: A young boy learns that he has extraordinary powers and is not of this earth. As a young man, he journeys to discover where he came from and what he was sent here to do. But the hero in him must emerge if he is to save the world from annihilation and become the symbol of hope for all mankind.

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Eric and Phil return with a throwback format for this episode, diving into July 2025's entertainment landscape without guests or gimmicks—just two hosts chatting about what you might have missed this past month.

• Marvel pivots from Kang to Downey Jr as Doctor Doom after Feige admits "Kang wasn't big enough" to follow Thanos
• Neil Druckmann steps away from HBO's Last of Us ahead of season 3 to focus on Naughty Dog's upcoming game Intergalactic
• Neja 2 sits at #5 all-time box office with $2.2B, now getting English dub with Michelle Yeoh
• Hasbin Hotel returns October 29th with Patrick Stump joining cast as Abel
• Gaming updates include Splitgate 2 returning to beta and Helldivers 2 finally coming to Xbox

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Victor Larson joins us to share his incredible journey building NomNom, a unique trading card role-playing game that blends elements from TCGs, tabletop RPGs, and board games into an immersive gaming experience set in a world where "all doorways lead to NomNom."

• Created the world of NomNom as a creative playground for his diverse artistic interests
• Designed a unique setting where ancient technologies and civilizations create a sci-fi world that feels like fantasy
• Developed innovative gameplay where players assemble three-champion parties to navigate through sector-card dungeons
• Believes in the creative practice of "pastiche" - learning from others' art forms to develop your own unique style
• Collaborating with voice actor Bryce Papenbrook, who will voice a main character in upcoming NomNom stories

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Eric and Phil take a nostalgic journey through arcade-style sports games from the 90s and 2000s, exploring the decline of this once-thriving genre that prioritized outrageous fun over simulation.

• NBA Jam with its flaming basketballs, NFL Blitz with its bone-crushing late hits, and other classics represented a golden era of accessible sports gaming
• Both hosts reveal their "Holy Trinity" of sports games, with surprising choices making the cut
• Concern over concussions and injuries in real sports has made publishers reluctant to celebrate the physical nature of these older games
• The accessibility of these games welcomed players who didn't follow or understand the actual sports

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K-pop Demon Hunters blends spectacular animation with chart-topping music to create Netflix's biggest animated surprise hit of the year. Sony Pictures' animated film follows K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira, and Zoey who use their secret powers to protect fans from supernatural threats.

• Animation style draws inspiration from Spider-Verse and Mitchells vs. The Machines, offering something fresh compared to traditional Disney animation
• Music serves as the film's beating heart, with songs like Golden, Soda Pop, and What It Sounds Like climbing streaming charts worldwide
• Director Maggie Kang describes the film as her "love letter to K-pop and her Korean roots"
• Authentic Korean representation throughout, from character design to animation techniques specifically depicting Korean facial features
• Character dynamics feel genuine and lived-in, particularly the friendship between the three Huntrix members
• Strong potential for award nominations and franchise expansion

Letterbox'd Synopsis: When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey aren’t selling out stadiums, they’re using their secret powers to protect their fans from supernatural threats.

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We dive into DreamWorks' criminally underrated 2022 animated film "The Bad Guys," exploring why this stylish heist movie deserves more recognition alongside studio favorites.

• Based on the popular children's books by Aaron Blabey
• Features an impressive voice cast including Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, Awkwafina, and Anthony Ramos
• Animation style heavily influenced by "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" with a blend of 2D aesthetics and 3D modeling
• Combines elements of classic heist films like "Ocean's Eleven" with family-friendly themes
• Perfect balance of humor for both kids and adults with sophisticated film references
• Strong box office performance ($250 million worldwide) and critical reception (88% on Rotten Tomatoes)
• Sequel coming in 2025, making this the perfect time to catch up
• Animation quality and stylistic choices prove DreamWorks is evolving and taking creative risks

Letterbox'd Synopsis: When the Bad Guys, a crew of criminal animals, are finally caught after years of heists and being the world’s most-wanted villains, Mr. Wolf brokers a deal to save them all from prison.

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